What does 205/35R18 mean?
205/35R18 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 205 is the width of the tire in millimeters. This number also indicates the appropriate width of the rim on which the tire should be mounted.
- 35 is the aspect ratio, which is the ratio of the tire's height to its width. This affects the tire's handling and ride comfort
- R indicates the tire's construction type, meaning it has a radial construction. This provides stability and precision to the tire.
- 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
205/35R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 23.6 in | 600.7 mm |
Section Width | 8.1 in | 205 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 2.8 in | 71.8 mm |
Circumference | 74.3 in | 1887.2 mm |
Revolutions | 852.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 205/35R18 Tire
How tall is a 205/35R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 205/35R18 tire is 23.6 inches
How wide is a 205/35R18 tire?
The width of a 205/35R18 tire is 205 mm, which is about 8.1 inches.
What size rim fits a 205/35R18 tire?
A 205/35R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 35 in a 205/35R18 tire mean?
The 35 in a 205/35R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 35% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 205/35R18
Typically, it's recommended to choose a tire with a diameter (height) within 3% of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tire size.
However, keep in mind that this is a general guideline and not an absolute rule.
Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the 205/35R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
235/30R18 | 23.6″ (Equal) | 18 x n/a |
125/60R18 | 23.9″ (1.3%) | 18 x n/a |
165/40R18 | 23.2″ (-1.7%) | 18 x n/a |
175/45R18 | 24.2″ (2.5%) | 18 x n/a |
195/35R18 | 23.4″ (-0.8%) | 18 x n/a |
215/35R18 | 23.9″ (1.3%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
225/30R18 | 23.3″ (-1.3%) | 18 x 8 |
225/35R18 | 24.2″ (2.5%) | 18 x 7.5-9.0 |
245/30R18 | 23.8″ (0.8%) | 18 x 8.0-9.0 |
255/30R18 | 24.0″ (1.7%) | 18 x 8.5-9.5 |
265/30R18 | 24.3″ (3.0%) | 18 x 9.0-10.0 |